Frozen Nassau Grouper from Japan
Whole frozen Nassau grouper (Epinephelus striatus), Caribbean species, excluding fillets. HTS 0303.89.00.70 covers this as frozen grouper not offal. Often regulated due to overfishing concerns.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Secure advance CITES documentation for Appendix II listed Nassau grouper
• Declare weight accurately excluding ice glaze to prevent duty overpayment
• Partner with certified cold storage for uninterrupted frozen chain